named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Fall Baseball and Softball Season
Complementary fall season serving approximately 300 players, continuing skill development and play
Girls with Game Experience / Maria Pepe Legacy Series
Specialized program for girls ages 10–12 to participate in the Maria Pepe Little League Baseball® Legacy Series
Spring Baseball and Softball Program
Annual spring season for over 600 players ages 4–12, featuring organized leagues, games, and a championship weekend
Tournament Team Tryouts
Annual tryouts for competitive 10u, 11u, and 12u baseball and softball teams that represent the league in tournaments
Year-Long Clinics
Ongoing instructional clinics to encourage year-round participation in softball and player development
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 2 activities
- Player development clinics and skill trainingOffers year-round clinics and weekly practices to develop fundamental baseball and softball skills, including throwing, catching, fielding, hitting, base running, and understanding of game rules and positions.
- Youth baseball and softball programs for children ages 4-15Offers organized spring and fall baseball and softball programs for children ages 4 to 15, serving over 600 players in the spring and 300 in the fall annually. Programs include instructional and recreational play across multiple divisions, with structured rules and safety guidelines.
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Youth Sports Community Events 1 activity
- Annual events and season-ending tournamentsHosts annual events including a Little League parade, tournament tryouts, and a Championship Weekend at Gaynor Park to conclude the spring season. Organizes end-of-season single-elimination playoffs for all teams, with seeding based on regular season performance.
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Interscholastic Athletic Governance 1 activity
- Game and division administrationMaintains and publishes game schedules, current standings, and team directories for all divisions. Ensures compliance with playing rules including pitch count reporting, minimum game requirements, and inclusive participation policies.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$259K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$259K100%
Investment income$270%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$243K
Program expenses95%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$3K
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$40K
Cash$40K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$40K
Liquid reserves2.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +11.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 17
- BRET SUFFIS — DIRECTOR OF PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
- BRIAN ERNI — PRESIDENT & PLAYER AGENT
- BRIAN PERNICE — FIELD COORDINATOR
- CHRIS CONWAY — VICE PRESIDENT/DIR. OF TECHNOLOGY
- DAIN ALAIA — SPONSORSHIP COMMITTEE
- DEREK DOWNING — TREASURER
- ERIC HANSON — SPONSORSHIP COMMITTEE
- EVAN DICK — CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER
- FRANK MALLOZZI — EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
- FRANK POTUCEK — SPONSORSHIP COMMITTEE
- GREGG COHEN — SECRETARY
- KEITH TARTAMELLA — DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
- MARK BRIENZA — FIELD COORDINATOR
- MIKE MORAN — SAFETY OFFICER
- TJ HYNE — AGENCY UMPIRES COORDINATOR
- TOM VIGGIANI — DIRECTOR OF TRAVEL SPORTS
- VIC BONILLA — JUNIOR UMPIRES COORDINATOR
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Board of Directors Government — Responsible for setting the minimum number of games teams must play
- Bulls Baseball Partner — Partners with Bulls Baseball for travel baseball programming.
- Casey Nacarlo Partner — 2025 6U Division Coordinator responsible for overseeing the division
- LI Heat Fastpitch Partner — Partners with LI Heat Fastpitch for travel softball programming.
- Lil' Athletes Partner — Partner organization providing staff and curriculum for the Lil' Bulls Rookies program.
- Little League Network — Follows Little League rules and regulations, including bat standards and code of conduct.
- Little League Network — Follows Little League rules and uses Little League-approved equipment, indicating affiliation with the national organization.
- Little League Network — Follows and enforces sanctioned Little League rules and code of conduct.
- Little League Network — Follows sanctioned Little League rules and promotes adherence to Little League standards and conduct.
- Little League Network — Member of the national Little League organization, adhering to its rules and regulations.
- Little League International Network — Chartered member of Little League International, operating under its rules and regulations
- Little League International Network — Member organization operating under the Little League International structure and guidelines.
- Mark Brienza Partner — 2026 Coordinator for the Minors division
- Smithtown School District Administrators Partner — Collaboration to use school fields for league activities
- Sports Connect Partner — Technology platform used for website hosting and league management services.
- Stack Sports Partner — Uses Stack Sports' Umpire Assignment System for managing umpire scheduling and assignments.
- Stony Brook Medicine Partner — Partner organization featured in a banner link on the homepage.
- Town of Smithtown Parks Department Partner — Partnership to provide and maintain facilities for the league's programs
- Vinny Zupo Partner — 2025 8U Division Coordinator
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Age-Grouped Development and Inclusive Participationmethodology: age_grouped_competitionBy structuring programs into age-specific divisions and mandating inclusive participation (e.g., all players bat each inning and receive equitable playing time), we promote skill development and engagement for all children, because age-appropriate competition and guaranteed involvement foster confidence, retention, and foundational growth in youth athletes.
- Modified Coaching and Pitching Models for Skill Developmentmethodology: modified_coach_pitchBy using kneeling coach-pitch, shared coaching responsibility, and modified rules (e.g., walk rules, on-field coaching), we create a supportive environment that maintains game flow and reduces frustration, because these adaptations enable young players to develop proper mechanics and stay engaged without being overwhelmed by competitive pressure.
- Volunteer-Driven, Partnership-Based Instructional Modelmethodology: volunteer-driven_operationsBy relying on volunteer leadership and strategic partnerships (e.g., with Lil' Athletes), we deliver accessible, community-rooted youth programming, because local investment and collaborative curricula extend reach and ensure developmentally appropriate, fun-first engagement for younger children.